Best South East Wedding Bands for Hire in 2026 / 2027

Dance Floor Filling Wedding Bands In The South East.

Discover The South East's favourite local wedding bands, playing dance floor fillers for your evening party, to boujee acoustic and roaming bands for your drinks reception. We have over 52 trusted bands to choose from in London, Essex, Kent, Sussex, Surrey and the wider The South East area - with options to suit every wedding style and budget. We've 27 years experience working with local venues like Blenheim Palace, The Savoy, Leeds Castle and Gosfield Hall. With instant online availability and prices, we make it easy to hire a wedding band in The South East.

Riptide
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5 stars - Riptide are Highly Recommended 157 Reviews
Number of members: 4 East Sussex
Having worked with the likes of Paolo Nutini, Chesney Hawkes, Echo Belly & Right Said Fred, Riptide are a highly experienced band with a cool & exciting edge! Guaranteed to show you a good time, the band's diverse repertoire covers all areas. Covering songs by The Beatles & The Kinks right up to modern day hits from Catfish & The Bottlemen, Taylor Swift, Arctic Monkeys & more!...

From £1,623
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The Arcadias
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5 stars - The Arcadias are Highly Recommended 152 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
Dynamic and professional 4 piece Rock and Pop band The Arcadias are ready to bring the high energy and fun to your event. With a huge level of experience and enviable list of career highlights such as gracing the stages of the West End and various UK festivals. The Arcadias craft the perfect playlist for your event, playing songs from the 50's to the present, including tunes by Harry Styles, The Killers, Stevie Wonder and The Beatles....

From £1,673
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Technicolour
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5 stars - Technicolour are Highly Recommended 144 Reviews
Number of members: 3 West Sussex
Meet Technicolour! A stand out, vibrant band of talented dudes. Stylistically diverse with a repertoire filled with all of your favourites spanning the last seven decades, this band have entertained Heineken, Shard media, Birmingham FC and more!...

From £1,154
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Season
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5 stars - Season are Highly Recommended 149 Reviews
Number of members: 4 West Sussex
Season showcase on-stage chemistry, incredible talent & loads of experience! Covering chart hits, indie anthems plus some funk & disco classics, this cool band bring an infectious energy to every party they perform at! The band are true professionals who have previously performed alongside Carl Barat, The Ordinary Boys, Liberty X & more!...

From £1,730
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Party Starters
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5 stars - Party Starters are Highly Recommended 161 Reviews
Number of members: 4 East Sussex
Party Starters are a cool & contemporary pop & rock band that know what a great party is all about! Energetic & exciting, Party Starters live sets are guaranteed to fill your dance floor & include music from Bruno Mars, Rudimental, The Beatles, Arctic Monkeys, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder & much more!...

From £1,514
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The Sonics
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5 stars - The Sonics are Highly Recommended 150 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
The Sonics are one of the hottest party band in town! Young, cool & current - they are guaranteed to kick off your party with a sonic boom! Armed with a killer repertoire, you’ll be dancing all night to songs from Ed Sheeran, Prince, The Beatles, Stevie Wonder, Coldplay, Maroon 5, Bruno Mars, Fleetwood Mac & so much more!...

From £1,831
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The Kicks
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5 stars - The Kicks are Highly Recommended 313 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Surrey
Indie, Rock and Pop classics from the 50's through to today! These guys have extensive live experience having shared the stage with some of the UK's top artists touring worldwide. Previous clients include BBC2, O2 and ITV. Over 300 positive reviews!...

From £1,586
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The Leaners
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5 stars - The Leaners are Highly Recommended 99 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
One of our hottest new acts of 2025, get ready for The Leaners - your punchy and soulful party band! Available as a 4, 5 or 6 piece line-up. Mixing hot new hits and timeless classics from artists such as Aretha Franklin, Bruno Mars, Stevie Wonder and Dua Lipa to name a few, their crowd-pleasing live sets are sure to kickstart any event. With experience across the South East, from festivals to live radio, they guarantee an electrifying performance!...

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Night Shift
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5 stars - Night Shift are Highly Recommended 75 Reviews
Number of members: 4 East Sussex
Want that unforgettable party? Want funk? Want rock and pop? Night Shift deliver. With the band's mix of stone cold classics and spanking-new bangers, you’ll be a party legend, because the dancing never stops. Members have shared stages with Busted, UB40 and Example and are now ready to rock your party!...

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The Wanderful Four
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5 stars - The Wanderful Four are Highly Recommended 8 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
The Wanderful Four are here to play all your favourite tunes in the original Mumford & Sons style West London sound! With their cool image, attention to the detail, the musician’s skills & their unforgettable live shows, this roaming band are perfect for vintage-themed weddings or parties! *Electric set also available*...

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Dirty Weekend
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5 stars - Dirty Weekend are Highly Recommended 149 Reviews
Number of members: 4 East Sussex
Dirty Weekend are the UK's #1 Festival Themed party band! Paying tribute to the biggest & best music festivals in the world, they've also performed at many of them too! Knowing first-hand how priceless it is to be surrounded by your closest mates whilst watching your favourite artists, they've designed the coolest, most exciting show - ready to rock your party! Choose from 3 of 6 classic festival sets to build your own headline night, including Glastonbury, Live Aid, Isle of Wight, V, Reading / Leeds and Download!...

From £1,880
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The Dukes
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5 stars - The Dukes are Highly Recommended 312 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
A hugely experienced, fun and entertaining band who are guaranteed to get everyone on the dance floor! Their music covers a more diverse range than most, from The Killers, Bowie & The Beatles to Shaggy, Lil Nas X and Metallica - there's something for everyone! With over 300 five star reviews you know you're in safe hands. Previous clients include Next, The NEC, Glastonbury Festival, Ralph Lauren, Barclays, Sainsbury's, Buckingham Palace and many more....

From £1,847
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The Compilation
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5 stars - The Compilation are Highly Recommended 105 Reviews
Number of members: 4 East Sussex
Keeping the party dancing with an array of Chart Hits, 90s anthems and a selection of funk & disco classics, The Compilation offer something for everyone whilst bringing an infectious energy to each and every performance! This band are true professionals, with members supporting artists such as Kings of Leon, Girls Aloud, G Flip, Disclosure, MJ Cole, and Lamar! Performing at venues such as The O2 Arena, Silverstone Formula One, & Birmingham City FC....

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The Low Down
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5 stars - The Low Down are Highly Recommended 138 Reviews
Number of members: 3 London
Having performed on some of the biggest stages from Glastonbury to Alexandra palace alongside acts such as Bastille and Tom Odell, The Low Down are an explosive, energetic 3 piece band that will keep you on your feet all night! The band feature a dancefloor filling repertoire performed by a trio of amazing musicians with years of experience entertaining crowds all over the country....

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Beat Banditos

5 stars - Beat Banditos are Highly Recommended 64 Reviews
Number of members: 3 London
Beat Banditos are a crazy trio of rock n pop - loving Mariachi musicians, who will wander amongst your guests & perform a variety of popular songs in a Mexican style! Covering music from Lady GaGa to Guns & Roses, this fun loving trio are unforgettable!...

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Happy Hour
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5 stars - Happy Hour are Highly Recommended 516 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Kent
Our #1 best selling party band, you'll be blown away by the Happy Hour experience! With over 500 five star reviews, Happy Hour are available as a 4-piece line-up or a power trio. Experience high-energy, non-stop dance floor filling hits, with incredible vocal harmonies and face melting guitar solos. Previous clients include some of the world's biggest names including Pinewood Studios, Microsoft, Budweiser, ITV & many more....

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Fresh

5 stars - Fresh are Highly Recommended 12 Reviews
Number of members: 5 London
Fresh are more than just a band – they’re a high-energy, non-stop live music experience! This award-winning 5 party band blends contemporary and classic hits across pop, rock, funk, and soul – perfect for getting guests of all ages on to the dance floor. Fresh are known for their incredible vocalists, multi-part harmonies, and interactive performances, joining guests on the dance floor and turning every event into a full-scale celebration. Fresh deliver a stress free experience, with their attention to detail and passion for performing making them a top choice for events across the UK and beyond....

From £2,641
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Bella And The Bourbon Boys
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5 stars - Bella And The Bourbon Boys are Highly Recommended 74 Reviews
Number of members: 5 London
Inspired by the American band Postmodern Jukebox, Alive Network’s exclusive swing jazz quintet Bella and the Bourbon Boys give a retro spin to events with their vintage Jazz covers of pop songs, including hits from Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Bon Jovi and many more!...

From £2,036 +VAT
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Seven
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5 stars - Seven are Highly Recommended 87 Reviews
Number of members: 7 London
Seven are a world class party band available to hire throughout the UK and internationally. The official band of the FIFA World Cup 2022 performing to 50,000 people a night, this experienced band is formed from a stellar line up of platinum selling musicians who’ve produced, written and toured with Shania Twain, Bastille, Rag N Bone Man, P!nk, James Arthur, James Blunt, Mika, Tom Grennan, Birdy, KSI and many more....

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The Nightliners

5 stars - The Nightliners are Highly Recommended 25 Reviews
Number of members: 4 East Sussex
Hailing from the vibrant music scene of Brighton, THE NIGHTLINERS are a cool, experienced & energetic group that will give you a night to remember! Specialising in Rock, Indie & Pop, covering The Killers, Ed Sheeran, Foo Fighters & many others, members have appeared on Later with Jools Holland, shared a stage with The Maccabees, Foals, Frank Turner, Friendly Fires, The Vaccines & Noel Gallagher, and received airplay on Radio X, BBC Radio 1, Radio 2, & 6 Music!...

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The Futuristic Gramophones
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5 stars - The Futuristic Gramophones are Highly Recommended 40 Reviews
Number of members: 3 London
Delivering a stylish performance of timeless jazz classics plus modern pop hits rearranged in the same vintage fashion, The Futuristic Gramophones are the perfect mix of old meets new! Effortlessly cool, this fun yet classy trio give the music of Taylor Swift, The White Stripes, Van Morrison & more, a big vintage makeover!...

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Motor City Soul
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5 stars - Motor City Soul are Highly Recommended 31 Reviews
Number of members: 7 London
Playing some of the greatest tunes ever written, Motor City Soul delivers joyful renditions of classic Motown, Atlantic and disco classics. Available as a 7, 8 or 9 piece band, Motor City Soul brings a show that appeals to all generations....

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Glowstar
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5 stars - Glowstar are Highly Recommended 31 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Surrey
Professional party trio Glowstar guarantee a fun-loving set list that guests of all ages will know & love! Performing floor-filling hits from The Rolling Stones, Kings Of Leon, James Brown, Ed Sheeran, Bruno Mars & many more, this energetic band are the perfect choice for any celebration wanting a full dance floor & sore feet!...

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Northern Star
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5 stars - Northern Star are Highly Recommended 44 Reviews
Number of members: 3 London
Northern Star are a full-blown festival styled extravaganza! Bringing you a folksy, bluegrass feel with original & quirky interpretations of classic & contemporary hits, you won't be able to keep your dance moves under control!...

From £1,092
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Roaming Free
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5 stars - Roaming Free are Highly Recommended 14 Reviews
Number of members: 3 London
Roaming Free are a superb wandering acoustic band, available as a trio, four piece or six piece line up. The trio features three-part vocal harmonies, saxophone & 2 acoustic guitars. Their incredible interactive performances are always a big hit with guests, and include hits from the 50's to the present charts....

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The Storyville Strutters
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5 stars - The Storyville Strutters are Highly Recommended 26 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
A highly trained & experienced group of musicians specialising in traditional New Orleans (Dixieland) style Jazz. From a trio play low key background music to a full band perfect for dancing, The Storyville Strutters can cater for all events!...

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ViVo
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5 stars - ViVo are Highly Recommended 47 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
Modern, energetic & ready to party! With the use of cool backing tracks (no cheese here!), Vivo make a big noise covering music from Beyonce, Bruno Mars, Ed Sheeran & more! Members are industry experts having over 10 years of performance experience (career highlights include Shepherd's Bush Empire, numerous 02 venues, Ronnie Scotts, BBC1's Pitch Battle & more!). Book this band and get dancing!...

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Soho Cool
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5 stars - Soho Cool are Highly Recommended 26 Reviews
Number of members: 3 London
Soho Cool are a slick & professional jazz trio made up of some of London’s finest jazz musicians. With a reputation that is second to none, Soho Cool provides unrivalled sophistication, versatility, reliability & a touch of quality to every event!...

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Tones And The Beat

5 stars - Tones And The Beat are Highly Recommended 7 Reviews
Number of members: 2 Surrey
Meet Tones and the Beat, a duo famed for their electrifying medleys of pop, hip-hop, R&B, and garage hits. With soulful vocals and live drums/electronic FX, they deliver an immense sound and unforgettable stage presence covering artists such as Basement Jaxx, Beyonce, Sweet Female Attitude, Clean Bandit, Miss Dynamite, Lizzo and many more! Often performing alongside UK electronic music giants, this professional act has a wealth of experience having graced stages across Europe and the USA!...

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Youth Overrided
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5 stars - Youth Overrided are Highly Recommended 31 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
Filling your dance floor & putting your vocal cords to the test, Youth Overrided never fail to create a huge party atmosphere! Performing the very best Rock, Pop, Soul, Indie & more, the band offer something for everyone with music spanning the 50s through to today's latest chart hits!...

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Joyriders
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5 stars - Joyriders are Highly Recommended 196 Reviews
Number of members: 3 East Sussex
Joyriders are the ultimate when it comes to live entertainment. A high energy 3 piece rock and pop band covering the biggest and best artists from Stevie Wonder to the Killers and much more in between. Joyriders are hugely experienced and have lit up stages all over the UK and beyond. Expect nothing but hits and dancefloor fillers all night long with some of the industries best musicians....

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Rakish Paddy
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5 stars - Rakish Paddy are Highly Recommended 35 Reviews
Number of members: 3 London
A lively ceilidh band featuring brilliant musicians and an optional inspiring caller. Performing traditional Irish, Scottish & Country music, Rakish Paddy will bring a marvellous atmosphere to any party or gathering!...

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The Jukeboxes
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5 stars - The Jukeboxes are Highly Recommended 117 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
Talented 4 piece band covering an extensive mixture of Rock & Pop favourites from the classics Beatles to the latest Kings of Leon. With amazing male vocals plus outstanding musicianship, The Jukeboxes are the ideal party band!...

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Leader

5 stars - Leader are Highly Recommended 15 Reviews
Number of members: 3 London
A fun band with great talent, Leader's repertoire spans from the 60s to present day including artists such as the Beatles to Maroon 5. Whether you want a loud & lively party or a more ambient set, Leader's experience & musicianship delivers every time!...

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Jaguar

5 stars - Jaguar are Highly Recommended 11 Reviews
Number of members: 5 London
Jaguar are one of London’s most exciting cover bands known for mixing songs in a slick DJ style, keeping it fresh and organic with live instruments. Their exciting performance ensures people dance to all their favourites whether they're classics or today's chart-toppers without long gaps in between....

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Reels On Wheels
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5 stars - Reels On Wheels are Highly Recommended 46 Reviews
Number of members: 3 London
Meet Reels On Wheels, a professional, award-winning Ceilidh band! Experts at creating a fun & interactive party atmosphere suitable for all ages, Reels On Wheels features some of the finest trad musicians performing Celtic, Irish and Scottish music! A fantastic party guaranteed!...

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The Function

5 stars - The Function are Highly Recommended 14 Reviews
Number of members: 8 London
The Function are a fantastic 8-12 piece function band playing an eclectic mix of Pop, Motown, Soul and Rock classics making them fantastically diverse & guaranteed to get any party started!...

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Live Forever
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5 stars - Live Forever are Highly Recommended 45 Reviews
Number of members: 3 London
A cool, energetic party trio specialising in Pop, Rock & Indie. Spanning the unforgettable 60s through to the latest chart hits, Live Forever appeal to the masses & offer something special for every taste & style. The band also boast a unique Britpop repertoire, so if you are a lover of bands like Oasis, Pulp & more, prepare to get your swagger on!...

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The Medley Boys

5 stars - The Medley Boys are Highly Recommended 9 Reviews
Number of members: 2 London
The Medley Boys are a unique & exciting duo that perform fun medleys & mashups of hits that will fill any dancefloor! With musical virtuosity, humour & style they take the best Pop, R&B, Dance & Rock songs from the last five decades & blend them together into exquisitely-crafted medleys with a full-band sound! Previous clients include Cambridge University, The One Show & Edinburgh Fringe Festival!...

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Legends of Soul
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5 stars - Legends of Soul are Highly Recommended 34 Reviews
Number of members: 5 Hertfordshire
Legends of Soul is the UK's hottest new wedding and party band, featuring top-tier musicians united by their passion for Soul and Motown. With electrifying performances and an infectious energy, we’ll have your guests on their feet all night long!...

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Vibemakers

5 stars - Vibemakers are Highly Recommended 3 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Surrey
Creating exciting live sets fit for any celebration, Vibemakers perform the very best Soul, Rock, Pop and Disco! Covering artists such as Amy Winehouse, The Temptations, Fleetwood Mac and more, expect to hear iconic hits everyone loves and wants to dance to!...

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Mrs X
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5 stars - Mrs X are Highly Recommended 54 Reviews
Number of members: 5 London
Meet Mrs X, a band unlike any other! A glamorous all female band oozing style and sophistication, Mrs X play huge hits from Gaga to Fitzgerald & guarantee to get your guests on to the dance floor!...

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Funk Up The Volume
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5 stars - Funk Up The Volume are Highly Recommended 12 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
Funk Up The Volume deliver infectious energy and the best floor-fillers around! Expect to hear the very best from Dua Lipa, Chic, Basement Jaxx, Stevie Wonder, Amy Winehouse, Earth Wind and Fire and many more huge names from across the decades!...

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Motown Vogue

5 stars - Motown Vogue are Highly Recommended 6 Reviews
Number of members: 7 Surrey
Take you & your guests back to the 60s & 70s with the truly authentic & charismatic Motown Vogue. This 7 piece band perform classics from artists such as Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, The Jackson 5 & more! Vocal Trio also available!...

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Giant

5 stars - Giant are Highly Recommended 20 Reviews
Number of members: 4 London
A big music lover looking for a real live music experience? Giant are the band for you! Mixing must-have party classics with wave-making tracks from across the eras, Giant’s exciting live sets celebrate music from artists such as The Beatles, Bowie, Stevie Wonder, Bruno Mars, The Stones, Timberlake, James Brown and even, Will Smith!...

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The Swing Smiths
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5 stars - The Swing Smiths are Highly Recommended 68 Reviews
Number of members: 7 London
The Swing Smiths are a sensational swing and soul band performing a huge range of hits from the Big Band, Rat Pack, Soul & Motown eras. With a distinctive sound and unrivalled performance, they are guaranteed to transform the atmosphere of your event....

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KickBack

5 stars - KickBack are Highly Recommended 23 Reviews
Number of members: 6 London
KickBack is dedicated to making every event extraordinary. With over a decade of industry experience and a lineup of exceptional musicians, we promise to deliver an unforgettable experience. Our performances feature dynamic stage presence, engaging audience interaction, and top-tier production, ensuring you and your guests can focus on one thing: dancing the night away with KickBack....

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Soul Groove
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5 stars - Soul Groove are Highly Recommended 22 Reviews
Number of members: 5 London
Soul Groove bring Funk, Soul & Disco back to 21st Century - with all of the glam & none of the cheese... Expect to hear your favourite Funk, Soul, Motown & Disco classics by Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Stevie Wonder, Chic, Earth Wind & Fire, Chaka Khan, Prince & more!...

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Almost Famous

5 stars - Almost Famous are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews
Number of members: 4 Surrey
An exciting 4 piece band guaranteed to bring the party to your event! With songs from Estelle, Justin Timberlake & Kings Of Leon to Aretha Franklin, The Rolling Stones, Michael Jackson & more, Almost Famous are used to a busy dance floor!...

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Blondie And The Boys

5 stars - Blondie And The Boys are Highly Recommended 2 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Surrey
A fun, contemporary Jazz band who perform the classic standards as well as cool rearranged modern Pop songs. With previous performances at high profile events such as Grazia Magazine's 2016 Fashion Awards, Blondie And The Boys will guarantee to entertain any audience....

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The 101 Trio

5 stars - The 101 Trio are Highly Recommended 9 Reviews
Number of members: 3 Surrey
The 101 Trio are a young, talented, instrumental jazz trio. Their repertoire includes music from the greats such as Duke Ellington, Miles Davis & Louis Armstrong, plus many other well known jazz standards, tailored to suit your event....

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Get On Up
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5 stars - Get On Up are Highly Recommended 55 Reviews
Number of members: 4 East Sussex
Get On Up is the perfect choice for any event, offering a dynamic and versatile musical experience that guarantees a memorable celebration. With a wide-ranging repertoire from timeless classics to modern hits, professional musicianship, and electrifying performances, Get On Up can tailor their act to suit any occasion....

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Our Guide To Booking A Wedding Band In The South East

Everything you'll need to know

Choosing the right wedding band can feel like a big decision - especially with so many great options available in The South East. Our FAQ section covers common concerns, and for even more expert advice, check out our Complete Guide to Booking a Wedding Band.

The cost of wedding bands varies, depending on the line-up, and the options each band offers. In the last 12 months, the average price of a wedding band in South East was £1,800 including travel costs.

The table below shows the range of fees for different types of wedding bands:

Type of Artist	Cost Range
Rock and Pop wedding party bands	£750 - £3000 (3-piece) £800 - £4000 (4-piece) £1100 - £5000 (5-piece) £1400 - £27000 (6-piece or bigger)
Jazz bands	£660 - £1,800
Acoustic and Roaming bands	£380 - £2000 (Duos) £750 - £2000 (3-piece) £850 - £3600 (4-piece or bigger)
Soul Bands	£1100 - £3600 (5-piece) £1600 - £5000 (6-piece) £2100 - £7500 (7-piece and bigger)
Rat Pack and Swing bands	£1000 - £2500 (4-piece) £1100 - £3000 (5-6-piece) £1000 - £5000 (7-piece and bigger)

Booking a band who are local to your venue is a great way to reduce cost, as any travel fees will be minimal. The home town of all our artists are included on their profile pages, and your Entertainment Coordinator can recommend the best bands near to your venue. However, you don’t need to limit your search to just local bands – your perfect band maybe willing to travel at nominal cost!

Although typically the headline evening entertainment, most wedding bands can also provide music for other parts of your wedding day, offering a complete wedding entertainment solution.

Most can offer smaller ensembles or soloists to play romantic acoustic music for the procession, ceremony, the signing of the register, and the recession.

They can also perform live background music for the wedding drinks reception and wedding breakfast, where you and your guests can happily chat and enjoy each other’s company.

The evening entertainment can be turned up a few notches, with additional members and instruments added to perform a dynamic and energetic party set. Your band can play music for the all-important first dance too, with many offering the option to learn a special song of your choice, given enough notice.

They can also provide a DJ option so that you and your guests can party all night.

The benefit of booking one band for the whole day’s celebration is that costs and logistics are minimal, particularly compared with the option of hiring several separate performers for your wedding day.

We ensure your booking is covered against any eventuality, so that no matter what, you can enjoy your big day without worrying if your entertainment will turn up. If your band is ill or unable to perform, our team will be on hand to source a suitable replacement even at short notice.

By booking with Alive Network you'll benefit from:

Safe, secure booking contracts
24/7 emergency cover
Fast and friendly customer service
Reliable, hand-picked wedding bands

Established in 1999, Alive Network has grown to become the UK's largest and most trusted live entertainment agency and one of the leading online entertainment booking services in the world. We specialise in wedding entertainment, party entertainment and corporate entertainment, trusted by companies like Apple, Mercedes-Benz, Microsoft, Coca-Cola & Nike, and we have helped over 189,000 customers to hire the perfect live entertainment for their events. We are formally partnered with BIMM, the largest and leading provider of contemporary music education in the UK and Europe, ensuring that we are able to bring you the very best new talent exclusively at Alive Network.

Find more about Alive Network Entertainment Agency here

Wedding bands play a real assortment of rock and pop music from the 1950s to current chart acts, performing hits sure to make you move your feet. A standard set list may include song from artists such as:

Alicia Keys
Amy Winehouse
Andy Williams
Aretha Franklin
Billie Holliday
Blur
Bruno Mars
Coldplay
Daft Punk
Dean Martin
Duke Ellington
Ed Sheeran
Ella Fitzgerald
Ellie Goulding
Elvis
Frank Sinatra
Jackie Wilson
James Brown
Jess Glynne
Kings of Leon
KT Tunstall
Louis Armstrong
Marvin Gaye
Michael Bublé
Michael Jackson
Nat King Cole
Nina Simone
Oasis
Otis Redding
Robbie Williams
Sammy Davis Junior
Snow Patrol
Stevie Wonder
Taylor Swift
The Beatles
The Jam
The Killers
The Rolling Stones
Van Morrison
Wild Cherry

The repertoire for each of our wedding bands are featured on their profile pages. Most will tailor their set list to your specific wedding requirements, and this can be discussed with your Alive Network Entertainment Coordinator.

Our wedding bands usually offer two 60-minute performances, though many can perform for longer if needed. You could spread out a two-hour performance by splitting it into three 40-minute sets. Most bands are flexible to fit in with your evening, and will usually take a break of around 15 minutes between sets, during which time they will provide background music from an MP3 player or laptop.

If providing the evening entertainment, the band would typically arrive at 6pm, get set up and perform that all-important sound check by 7.30pm to 8pm, get changed and ready to start the first performance by around 9pm. The second performance would then start around 10.30pm, until a normal curfew of midnight. Many wedding bands offer longer performances or DJ sets at an additional cost, including finishing times of 1am and 2am. You can find the booking options on each band’s profile page. These times serve as an example – the band will always liaise with you and will tailor what they are doing on the night to your particular needs.

The table below shows approximately how much space wedding bands of different sizes require:

3-piece band - 3 x 3 meters
4-piece band - 4 x 3 meters
5 and 6-piece band - 5 x 3 meters
7-piece band and bigger - 5/6 x 4 meters

Depending how close to the performance space the band can park, unloading, setting up and performing their sound-check will take around 60 – 90 minutes.

Some busy city hotels require bands to load in via a supplier’s entrance, using a shared staff elevator, which can increase set up times.

Following their performance, it takes a wedding band around 45 – 60 minutes to pack down and load out.

Most wedding bands need:

a secure, lockable changing room
parking provision with easy access to the venue
a dedicated, suitably-sized, safe, dry, flat performance area or stage
a minimum of four 13 amp power sockets, depending on the line-up
refreshments – soft drinks and a hot meal, for example, depending on how long you’ve booked them for
good lighting, especially if playing in a marquee, for example
sturdy, armless chairs for acoustic musicians
if performing outside – by prior agreement – they will need cover from the ever-changing elements to protect from either direct sunlight or any chance of rain!

Wedding bands provide their own PA sound system, microphones, backline amplifiers, and stage lighting.

If you are planning a large wedding with over 200 guests, you may need to hire a separate PA system to fill the large venue. Your dedicated Entertainment Coordinator will be happy to discuss the requirements for specific wedding bands.

1. Rock and pop wedding party bands

Often the main evening entertainment at weddings, rock and pop party bands will perform a lively and dynamic set, perfect to fill the dancefloor at your evening reception. Most bands will offer a range of classic and modern rock and pop music, from the 1950s to current chart hits – tracks that the majority of your wedding guests will know and want to party to! They will cover music from the likes of The Beatles, The Jam, Stevie Wonder, Bruno Mars and Taylor Swift.

Visit our Rock and Pop bands page

2. Upbeat jazz bands

Upbeat jazz bands perform classic toe-tapping jazz music for a happy, sophisticated and romantic mood at your wedding celebrations. Sometimes featuring a singer and sometimes instrumental, these bands can range in styles from Gypsy Jazz, Latin Jazz, and modern pop songs with a vintage Jazz twist. For a more standard approach, you can expect traditional jazz tunes like I Get A Kick Out Of You, Cheek to Cheek, My Baby Just Cares for Me, I Can’t Give You Anything But Love, from artists such as Billie Holliday, Nina Simone, Frank Sinatra, and Ella Fitzgerald.

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3. Dixieland jazz bands

Incorporating traditional jazz, Charleston music and the sounds of New Orleans, Dixieland jazz bands traditionally play over a 2-beat rhythm, blending trumpets, trombones, and clarinets with a rhythm section. Usually, one instrument will play a melody and the other instruments improvise around that, giving a really loose and fun performance style. You can expect a Dixie band to cover artists like Louis Armstrong, Fats Waller, Kid Ory and Duke Ellington.

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4. Acoustic & roaming bands

Whatever atmosphere you’d like to create, acoustic and roaming bands can offer a variety of engaging unplugged musical vibes, ranging from chilled-out to lively and high-tempo, and everywhere in between! Acoustic and roaming bands can be an exciting, quirky, and interactive option for your wedding. Always warm and intimate, they’re perfect for a relaxed wedding ceremony, a laidback, playful drinks reception, and a fun evening wedding reception. Unbound by cables, some bands wander among your guests as they perform. Some offer the option of ‘jukebox’-style song requests off the cuff, and exciting musical mash-ups, getting everyone involved! From traditional guitar-based acoustic bands to a capella barbershop quartets, mariachi, and bluegrass bands, our artists cover a broad range of styles and genres. Most will also include versions of popular chart music, to amuse and entertain, from Bon Jovi and The Beatles to Lady Gaga and Justin Timberlake.

Visit our acoustic bands page & roaming bands collection

5. Soul bands

With origins in RnB (rhythm and blues), jazz, and gospel music, the music that soul bands perform combine tantalising tempos and strong, heart-felt vocals. A soul band will perform songs from artists such as James Brown, Little Richard, Jackie Wilson, Aretha Franklin, Marvin Gaye, and Otis Redding. Most will also perform a soulful twist on modern classics, and tunes by artists like Amy Winehouse, Bruno Mars, Beyoncé and Rihanna.

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6. Rat Pack and swing bands

If you’re looking for a cool, modern vintage wedding theme, Rat Pack and swing bands are ideal. Equally smooth and glitzy, these bands will cover Rat Pack classics by Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Junior and Dean Martin, and – with one foot in the jazz camp – they will also perform a range of timeless hits spanning the last 70 years, including music by Louis Armstrong, Nina Simone, and Glenn Miller. Most will perform modern hits in a swing style, such as Michael Bublé and Robbie Williams, which you and your guests will love! You can choose to have the full, big band experience to raise the roof, or opt for a toned-down version, according to the vibe you’d like to create at your wedding.

Visit our Rat Pack & Swing page

We work with Wedding Bands based across all of the South East region.

Click below to see Wedding Bands based in your county:

For information on joining Alive Network please visit our 'How to join' pages here.

What you will need in order to apply?

High quality audio recordings and promotional photos
Good quality, reliable equipment & your own transport
A setlist of music suited to weddings
Smart formal stage clothes, suited to weddings
A PA system & stage lighting suited to audiences of up to 200 people
Reliable, professional band mates

For information on the following, see our Frequently Asked Questions:

If you have any other queries, simply visit our FAQ page.

Alternatively, our dedicated expert entertainment coordinators are on-hand to help. Simply call 01782 740 839 or email enquiries@alivenetwork.com.

Reviews For Wedding Bands in The South East

We really appreciate being considered to provide the entertainment for your dream wedding! Thousands of couples in the South East have trusted us with finding the ideal band for their big day, and you can read their recent reviews below, or click to see hundreds more in our review centre.

Mirrored Wedding Band Review Wedding Essex

5 stars - Mirrored are Highly Recommended

“Huge thank you to John and the whole band, who played at our wedding a couple of weeks ago. The dance floor wasn’t empty for a second - everybody absolutely loved the music and couldn’t talk more highly of the band afterwards! They were also so brilliant in tailoring the music for us - i...”

Emily S booked Mirrored for their wedding

Mirrored Wedding Band Review Wedding Buckinghamshire

5 stars - Mirrored are Highly Recommended

“We had Mirrored play at our wedding blessing this past week and they far exceeded our expectations. From enquiry to the final song, the band was professional, easy going and sounded great! They did a brilliant job getting the party started in their first set and then brought down the house in the se...”

Paul S booked Mirrored for their wedding

The Kicks Wedding Band Review Wedding Surrey

5 stars - The Kicks are Highly Recommended

“They were epic and lovely blokes!”

George booked The Kicks for their wedding in Surrey

Happy Hour Wedding Band Review Wedding Essex

5 stars - Happy Hour are Highly Recommended

“Happy hour were great a floor filler, we loved having them at our wedding. Got the vibe of us and our guests right, tune after tune and super friendly. Would recommend!”

Emily D booked Happy Hour for their wedding in Essex

South East Wedding Venues We Know and Love

You can feel reassured that we've booked our bands into many of the most popular wedding venues in the South East. We take care of all the details to ensure your day is a success, liaising with your venue and covering all the bases. Here is a small selection of the local venues where our wedding bands have performed...

Trinity Buoy Wharf E14 0JY
Quendon Hall Parklands CB11 3XN
The Barn at Bury Court GU10 5LZ
The Savoy WC2R 0EZ
JW Marriott Grosvenor House London W1K 7TN
Pangdean Old Barn BN45 7FN
Cissbury Barns BN14 0SR
The Grosvenor House Hotel W1K 7TN
Upwaltham Barns Wedding Venue GU28 0LX
Pennyhill Park Hotel & The Spa GU19 5EU
Braxted Park CM8 3EN
Clandon Park GU4 7RQ
Northbrook Park Wedding Venue GU10 5EU
Syon House TW8 8JF
The Ned London EC2R 8AJ

Newick Park Hotel BN8 4SB
The Dreys Wedding Venue ME9 7RT
The Orangery W8 6LU
De Vere Latimer Estate HP5 1UG
Houchins Wedding Venue CO6 1RT
Parklands Quendon Hall - Wedding Venue in Essex CB11 3XN
The Fennes CM7 5PL
The Old Kent Barn Weddings CT15 7HF
DoubleTree by Hilton London - Tower of London EC3N 4AF
Hawksmoor Guildhall EC2V 5BQ
Balfour St Barts EC1A 9DY
Kirtlington Park
One Great George Street SW1P 3AA
The Gardens ME18 6EX
Tythe OX26 4SR

Barbican Centre EC2Y 8DS
Grosvenor House Hotel W1K 7TN
Stationers Hall EC4M 7DD
Chilston Park Hotel ME17 2BE
Villiers Barn Wedding & Events Venue CO16 9PT
Crondon Park CM4 9DP
Inner Temple EC4Y 7HL
London Hilton W1K 1BE
Merchant Taylors Hall EC2R 8JB
Royal Lancaster London W2 2TY
Stock Brook Manor and Country Club CM12 0SP
The Oak Barn, Frame Farm - Eco-Wedding Venue, Kent & East Sussex TN17 4EZ
The Warren Estate CM9 6RW
Wasing RG7 4NG
Sunborn London E16 1AA

Wedding Band Hire Throughout The South East

Looking for Wedding Bands in the South East? Alive Network will help you hire the best local artists, with acts available in Berkshire, Brighton, Buckinghamshire, East Sussex, Essex, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Kent, London, Oxfordshire, Southampton, Surrey, West Sussex.

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